Harkness Discussion Daily Grading Sheet

                     Harkness Discussion Grading Sheet 2015-16   Date________   Topic______   

                In GB________         FB given______

	KB	LB	KE	DG	TG	CJ	JK
Total (10)
Preparation- Comments reflect preparation and thought Knowledge (define, recall, describe) Comprehension (explain, generalize, give example) Application (use, apply, predict) Analysis (compare and contrast, infer, break down into parts) Synthesis (combine, explain connections, revise) Evaluation (assess, critique, justify)
Refers  frequently to the text or problem
Ask questions that seek to get at the meaning or importance of the topic Asks clarifying questions
Connects discussion to previous learning/reading
Connects responses to previous comments whenever possible (rather than merely giving an isolated opinion)
Summarizes and restates frequently
Allows others to have an opportunity to speak
Directs comments and questions to other students and not to the teacher
Keeps discussion on topic but is willing to move on when it’s clear the topic needs to change
Tone and attitude is conducive to cooperative discussion